Question

The sum of three consecutive multiples of 3 is 72. Find the numbers.
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Answer 1

Let the Consecutive multiples of 3 be x, (x + 3), (x + 6)

Sum = 72

x + x + 3 + x + 6 = 72

3x + 9 = 72

3x = 63

x = 21

x + 3 = 24

x + 6 = 27

Therefore, the Consecutive multiples of 3 with sum 72 are 21, 24, 27